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Anthony Paul Martello

Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT

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Available both in-person and online
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
Are you afraid, confused, or struggling with your relationships? I work with client(s) dealing with interpersonal issues and communication challenges. It may be a husband and wife re-defining their roles with life changes, or an individual considering a career change. The problem often reveals itself at the surface when arguing and verbal conflict ensue, but the source of the problem needs a deeper adjustment, such as adjusting roles or providing more support for a family member. Regardless, clear communication usually allows the individual, couple, or family to achieve the goal of collaboration and compromise.
To allow for a substantial development in awareness, I can create a safe space for you to share your thoughts and feelings. Then, we can form a therapeutic alliance. For adults, couples, and families I usually approach therapy from an existential (here and now) point of view. And for children and young adults, I utilize play therapy and the creative arts.
I am curious about you and your challenges. I look forward to joining you on your journey toward healing. My style is collaborative so you can feel emotionally supported and comfortable with the direction in which you want to take your therapy.
Call or Anthony Paul Martello now for a free 15 minute consultation - (805) 608-4102

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

San Luis Obispo, CA 93401

(805) 608-4102
My website
I am available during school hours both on-line and in person.
I specialize in Relationship Issues, Marital and Premarital and Chronic Pain 
$180 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and families  
Please watch my video to learn more about me and my practice.
Anthony Paul Martello
Let's Connect (805) 608-4102
Photo of Anthony Paul Martello, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

San Luis Obispo, CA 93401

(805) 608-4102
My website
I am available during school hours both on-line and in person.
I specialize in Relationship Issues, Marital and Premarital and Chronic Pain 
$180 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and families  
Please watch my video to learn more about me and my practice.
Anthony Paul Martello

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $180
  • Couple Sessions $225

Payment Methods

Cash, Check, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Venmo, Visa

Insurance

  • CenCal
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We take cash pay and can provide superbills for you to submit to your insurance company. We are also a CenCal provider for those residents with CenCal insurance.
Photo of Anthony Paul Martello, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Anthony Paul Martello
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (805) 608-4102
"
We take cash pay and can provide superbills for you to submit to your insurance company. We are also a CenCal provider for those residents with CenCal insurance.
Photo of Anthony Paul Martello, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Anthony Paul Martello
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (805) 608-4102

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of California / 159750 Anthony Paul Martello
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 8 years
  • Attended Pepperdine University, MA Clinical Psychology (Marriage & Family Therapy), Graduated 2021
  • Additional Credentials

  • Certificate from The Institute for Creative Mindfulness EMDR Training / 2024
  • Degree/Diploma from Cal Poly San Luis Obispo Bachelor Science in Biomedical Studies / 1998
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Pepperdine trained in integrative approaches to therapy. Life experience & growth: father, husband, corporate, spiritual, creative writer.
Photo of Anthony Paul Martello, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Anthony Paul Martello
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (805) 608-4102
"
Pepperdine trained in integrative approaches to therapy. Life experience & growth: father, husband, corporate, spiritual, creative writer.
Photo of Anthony Paul Martello, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Anthony Paul Martello
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (805) 608-4102

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Relationship Issues
  • Marital and Premarital
  • Chronic Pain

Expertise

  • Body Image
  • Career Counseling
  • Coping Skills
  • Domestic Abuse
  • Domestic Violence
  • Family Conflict
  • Life Coaching
  • Life Transitions
  • Medication Management
  • Men's Issues
  • Parenting
  • School Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Somatic
  • Spirituality
  • Trauma and PTSD
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I work with couples and families struggling with emotional conflicts and communication barriers. In the first session or two I will create a safe space for you to share your problem so we can learn more about it. Into the second and third session we will develop goals to work on to help give you relief. For couples, it might be assertive communication and for individuals self development.
Photo of Anthony Paul Martello, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Anthony Paul Martello
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (805) 608-4102
"
I work with couples and families struggling with emotional conflicts and communication barriers. In the first session or two I will create a safe space for you to share your problem so we can learn more about it. Into the second and third session we will develop goals to work on to help give you relief. For couples, it might be assertive communication and for individuals self development.
Photo of Anthony Paul Martello, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Anthony Paul Martello
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (805) 608-4102

3 Endorsements

Lauren M. Galier
Lauren M. Galier
Marriage & Family TherapistMALMFT
Anthony is a wonderful clinician who cares deeply for his clients, and is extremely knowledgable in communication and interpersonal work. I highly recommend Anthony.
Alexandria Rosemary Mora
Alexandria Rosemary Mora
Marriage & Family TherapistLMFT
Tony is a kind and intentional provider, always making sure to lead with compassion and curiosity. His ability to provide effective care while maintaining a gentle approach is what makes him stand out as a professional.

Client Focus

Age

Children (6 to 10)
Preteen
Teen
Adults

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

Communities

Immuno-disorders

I also speak

Hawaiian pidgin English

Religion

Christian

Age

Children (6 to 10)
Preteen
Teen
Adults

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

Communities

Immuno-disorders

I also speak

Hawaiian pidgin English

Religion

Christian

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Art Therapy
  • Christian Counseling
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • EMDR
  • Emotionally Focused
  • Existential
  • Family / Marital
  • Family Systems
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Narrative
  • Play Therapy
  • Relational
  • Somatic
  • Strength-Based
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I begin with an existential approach to evaluate where you are in the "here and now." From there we will explore a variety of therapies that match you and the problem. I often use relational approaches and family systems to help in relationships. With children I might use play therapy or narrative styles. And for trauma cases I often utilize a creative mindfulness type of EMDR therapy.
Photo of Anthony Paul Martello, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Anthony Paul Martello
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (805) 608-4102
"
I begin with an existential approach to evaluate where you are in the "here and now." From there we will explore a variety of therapies that match you and the problem. I often use relational approaches and family systems to help in relationships. With children I might use play therapy or narrative styles. And for trauma cases I often utilize a creative mindfulness type of EMDR therapy.
Photo of Anthony Paul Martello, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Anthony Paul Martello
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (805) 608-4102

Location

Primary Location

San Luis Obispo, CA 93401

(805) 608-4102
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I am available during school hours both on-line and in person.
Photo of Anthony Paul Martello, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Anthony Paul Martello
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Call for a free consultation now - (805) 608-4102
"
I am available during school hours both on-line and in person.
Photo of Anthony Paul Martello, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Anthony Paul Martello
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Call for a free consultation now - (805) 608-4102